The John Deere 4049M coolant capacity is 6 gal (22.7 L). Use this as the cooling-system refill amount and recheck the level after the engine cools.
Coolant capacity6 gal (22.7 L)Cooling system refill amount
John Deere 4049M Coolant Capacity Specs
Coolant capacity
6 gal (22.7 L)
Engine horsepower
49 hp
Engine displacement
128.1 cu in (2.1 L)
John Deere 4049M Coolant Capacity Guide
Coolant capacity guide
This model
6 gal
Class low
1.5 gal
Class typical
3.5 gal
Class high
6 gal
Compared with a broad compact tractor guide, not the full tractor dataset.
John Deere 4049M Coolant Service Notes
Coolant capacity note
The John Deere 4049M cooling system is listed at 6 gal (22.7 L). Final level can settle after the first heat cycle, so recheck the level after service
Coolant service note
Use 6 gal (22.7 L) as the refill guide for the John Deere 4049M. The final level should still be confirmed at the radiator or overflow bottle
Refill check
Use the 6 gal (22.7 L) capacity to buy enough coolant for the John Deere 4049M, but finish the job by checking the actual level marks
Engine context
The John Deere 4049M engine specs listed with this page are engine horsepower 49 hp and engine displacement 128.1 cu in (2.1 L). They help identify the machine, but they are not a substitute for the coolant capacity
John Deere 4049M Coolant Capacity FAQ
How much coolant does the John Deere 4049M take?
The John Deere 4049M takes 6 gal (22.7 L) of coolant. Final level can settle after trapped air leaves the cooling system
Do I need to recheck coolant level after servicing the John Deere 4049M?
After a coolant change on the John Deere 4049M, check for leaks, watch temperature and recheck the level once the engine cools down
When should contaminated coolant be replaced in the John Deere 4049M?
Low level, bad smell, rust, sludge, oil film or overheating are signs to inspect the John Deere 4049M cooling system rather than only topping it up
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Tractor coolant capacity and coolant type can change by year, market, engine, radiator setup and service procedure. Check the operator manual, service manual and official deere.com website before draining, flushing or refilling the cooling system.
